Custodian , Shift – Bel Air High School

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

June 9, 2026

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom.

CUSTODIAN II – SHIFT 2

Bel Air High School

Performs work required for the routine cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment and to be responsible for the direction and follow‑up of custodial personnel in the performance of their work.

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

• Performs all custodial functions required to maintain good housekeeping including sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, polishing, deodorizing, and collecting and removing trash.
• Assigns, directs, and follows-up on the work of custodial employees.
• Inspects work of assigned personnel and directs corrective measures to secure satisfactory performance to meet established standards.
• Conducts inventory, requisitions supplies and equipment, and is responsible for the security of the items.
• Reports needed repairs.
• Moves furniture, office equipment, and other items or supplies which necessitate the lifting of heavy or bulky articles weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Instructs employees in the methods and use of materials and equipment as required for the performance of their work and maintains established standards.
• Executes rules and regulations and safety rules.
• Maintains operating records as requested.
• Supervises preparation for special events.
• Checks time cards.
• Understands and performs basic boiler and rooftop unit maintenance and operation.
• Responds and assists during emergency situations including, but not limited to, inclement weather assignments, vandalism, and emergency repairs.
• Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.

• This is a full‑time twelve‑month position. Salary range based on Grade 3 of the FY 2025‑2026 AFSCME Salary Schedule for Twelve Month AFSCME Personnel. Starting Salary: $38,797–Maximum Earnings Potential $54,196. Those who are entering or returning to employment with Harford County Public Schools will begin on Step 1.
• Full salary schedules can be found at the bottom of the Current Vacancies webpage: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx
• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.
• For a complete list of benefits, please visit the Employment Benefits section of the Human Resources webpage: https:// Resources/Default.aspx
• For more information on holidays and paid time off, please refer to the Holidays and Leave Provisions sections of the AFSCME Negotiated Agreement: https://.aspx
• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to read, understand, and apply written instructions, including work procedures, product labels, material safety data sheets, and equipment instruction manuals.
• Two years of experience in a custodial, mechanical trade or related area, preferred.
• Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, of the everyday responsibilities including handling wet and dry mop heads, buckets of material weighing up to 50 pounds and the ability to climb ladders in excess of fifteen feet as well as access lifts, scaffolding, man lifts, pallet jackets, boom equipment and use of back‑mounted equipment. Various lifts, tools, and mechanical means of assistance should be employed for lifting heavier supplies, equipment, and material.
• Individuals appointed to this position may be required to hold and maintain a valid driver’s license to carry out the essential functions of the position.

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